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The Kawartha Region has long been associated with producing world-class agricultural products. An abundance of clean air, fresh water, and rich farmland provide for products that rival the best in the world. From beef to buffalo, honey to maple syrup, and apples to sweet corn as well our historic roots that lead back to indigenous products like Red Fife wheat, first planted in North American soil in Peterborough County, and wild rice harvested by our aboriginal community. Agriculture and related businesses generate in excess of $409 million in economic activity throughout the region.

The Kawartha Choice FarmFresh program in the region and partnering region of City of Kawartha Lakes consists of a dynamic group of farmers, producers, chefs and retailers who promote and sell agricultural products grown and produced in the Kawartha Region. The Kawartha Choice FarmFresh logo is the assurance of the quality and integrity of locally grown products.

Our agriculture and tourism industries dominate in Peterborough & the Kawarthas and have a long-standing history. This strong combination allows for a multitude of culinary tourism experiences that guests look for, from the variety of accommodation choices and large selection of unique restaurants to an abundance of festivals and events. These tourism offerings are tied together with a journey of museums, galleries and attractions alike who have a culinary focus and integrity to use and celebrate local product as much as possible. Our region enhances the Ontario culinary tourism product to guests with simple, charming, welcoming and flavourful experiences.

For more information please contact:

Fiona Dawson
Tourism Director and Development Officer
Peterborough & the Kawarthas Tourism, a division of the Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development Corporation
fdawson@gpaedc.on.ca
P. 705-743-0777 x. 2129
www.thekawarthas.net
www.gpaedc.on.ca

Karen Jopling
Agriculture Development Officer
Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development Corporation
kjopling@gpaedc.on.ca
P. 705-743-0777 x. 2136
www.kawarthchoice.com
www.gpaedc.on.ca

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